Flight Departure and Search Initiation
A check ride flight departed from the airport at 1120. At approximately 1400, the airplane was reported overdue, prompting the local flight school to launch several airplanes to initiate a search.
Radar Data Analysis
According to radar data, the airplane appeared to be maneuvering at altitudes varying between 8,200 feet msl and 9,000 feet msl. Groundspeed during this period varied between 40 knots and 200 knots. The last radar position, recorded at 1141:03, indicated an altitude of 8,900 feet msl and a ground speed of 6 knots.
On-Scene Examination
An on-scene examination of the airplane revealed no anomalies.